New Zealand Holidays
New Zealand holidays
Discover New Zealand, a country of breathtaking landscapes, rich Māori culture, and unforgettable experiences. North Island highlights include Auckland, the Bay of Islands, Rotorua’s geothermal wonders, the Coromandel Peninsula, Hawke’s Bay wineries, and vibrant Wellington. On the South Island, explore Christchurch, Marlborough and Central Otago wine regions, spot whales, and dolphins in Kaikōura, and soak up the vistas of Aoraki/Mount Cook, West Coast glaciers and Fiordland National Park. Queenstown and Wānaka offer spectacular lakes, alpine scenery, and adventure. Beyond its natural beauty, New Zealand is emerging as a culinary powerhouse, celebrated among the MICHELIN Guide’s exceptional global food destinations for food lovers.
Why Visit New Zealand?
- Vibrant Māori culture
- Spectacular scenery
- Geothermal landscapes
- Dramatic coastlines
- World-class wine regions
- Superb culinary experiences
Most popular places to visit in New Zealand
Our recommendations for the most popular places to visit in New Zealand
Recommended touring itineraries including New Zealand
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New Zealand Travel Guide
Best time to go
The North Island enjoys a temperate climate with cool winters and warm summers. The South Island climate is dominated by the Southern Alps, winter temperatures (July/August) can fall to below freezing, especially in the mountains. The coastal regions are milder. Dec-Feb is the most popular time to visit results in higher prices and more people. The shoulder seasons Mar-April and Oct-Nov are beautiful times of year to explore New Zealand with fewer people.
Travel Information
Most international flights arrive into Auckland on the North Island and Christchurch on the South Island and there is a wide network of domestic flights across the country. Flights from the UK route via Asia, North America, and Middle East, with a travel time of around 24 hours.
Local currency
New Zealand dollar
Frequently Asked Questions
New Zealand lies in the Pacific Ocean around 1000 miles southeast of Australia
Wellington
The time difference from the UK is 11-12 hours depending on the time of year
Hobbiton is on the North Island in a place called Matamata
No there are no snakes in New Zealand
Gary Barlow and Jason Mansford visited various places including Auckland, Queenstown, Marlborough, Hawkes Bay and Waiheke Island
New Zealand seasons are the reverse of the UK with warm summers (Dec-Feb) and cool winters (Jul-Aug).
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